Industry investing in workforce wellbeing with nearly half increasing spending despite difficult economic conditions – Make UK research Companies saw increased staff retention and decrease in sick days – but mental health issues are top of the problem list Key findings: Over the last year, manufacturers have maintained their health and wellbeing commitment, with spend
Aircraft Interiors Expo ( AIX ) this week released a new report exploring the vital topic of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) in aviation and aircraft interiors. Diversity Takes Off offers a deep dive into inclusivity and accessibility within these sectors, focusing primarily on experiences given by industry employees and insights from experts discussing the needs of disabled
Manufacturing businesses set to benefit as UK concludes tax agreement with Peru and ratifies deal to join major Indo-Pacific trade bloc The UK has, earlier than expected, completed its key step required for joining CPTPP, Minister for Trade Policy Greg Hands will tell fellow members of the group during a meeting in Arequipa, Peru.
Announced in the King’s Speech, the AV Act enables advanced technology to safely drive vehicles on British roads. The new law passed on Monday (20th May 2024) puts Great Britain firmly at the forefront of self-driving technology regulation, unlocking the potential of an industry estimated to be worth up to £42 billion and creating 38,000
As the logistics and supply chain industry looks forward to Multimodal 2024 this summer, organisers have announced which businesses have been nominated as Finalists for the prestigious Modal section of its Awards. Recognising outstanding achievements in air, road, rail, maritime and freight across the logistics sectors, voting for this year’s Multimodal Awards Finalists opened earlier
UK Garage and Bodyshop Event Unveils Host of Special Offers and Savings on Essential Equipment and Services The UK Garage and Bodyshop Event is set to return to the NEC in Birmingham on 5th – 6th June and is firmly becoming a must-attend for garage professionals seeking to enhance their businesses with the latest tools,
Senior representatives from Cornwall Council, Cornwall Trade and Investment and Treveth will be attending the UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF), 21-23 May, to attract investment for a range of once in a generation development opportunities in the region. Procurement pipeline project research carried out by Inner Circle Consulting, has qualified eight significant
Britain’s recession has officially ended, and the transport & storage sector led the resurgence with the highest increase of any service sector. The home delivery expert Parcelhero says the UK courier and parcels market alone will be worth £25bn by 2030. The UK has officially come out of recession, with higher than expected GDP (gross
Global logistics and supply chain service providers Atlantic Pacific Global Logistics, have been awarded the much-coveted King’s Award For Enterprise 2024 in the International Trade category this week. In a confirmation statement from the government, the company were advised that His Majesty The King had approved the Prime Minister’s recommendation to award the accolade, which is
British Businesses Return to Pre-Brexit Transit Times : On the fourth anniversary of Britain’s departure from the European Union, road freight operator Europa Road has successfully returned to offering guaranteed pre-Brexit delivery times across Europe. Europa Road, the European road freight division of pioneering independent operator Europa Worldwide Group, recently welcomed MP Gareth Johnson to
